Sherwin Williams Hushed Auburn: A Complete Color Review

Looking for the perfect muted red paint color for your home? Let’s talk about Sherwin Williams Hushed Auburn and if it might be right for your home!

Warm, earthy colors are an appealing choice. They make a room feel grounded and welcoming. Hushed Auburn has that rich, reddish-brown vibe that adds depth without feeling too bold or trendy.

I like how deeper neutrals like this quietly stand out. They don’t scream for attention, but they do make a space feel more put-together.

Just keep in mind, lighting and undertones play a big role with colors like this. It can shift a bit depending on the time of day or what’s around it.

If you’ve been curious about adding some soft color to your space, this might be the color to try. Let’s take a closer look.

Hushed Auburn, Sherwin Williams, SW 9080

Hushed Auburn is a brownish red, ideal for adding some warmth and soft color to a room. It also makes a great accent color.

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Color Family

Hushed Auburn is in the red family.

Light Reflectance Value

26

Light Reflective Value is the measurement of how much light a color bounces around. This is on a scale of 0 to 100 with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white.

With an LRV of 26, Hushed Auburn is on the darker end of the mid-toned paint colors. It won’t brighten up a room, but it will bring a cozy, grounded feel.

RGB Colors

R: 168 G: 133 B: 122

RGB describes the amount of each color - red, green, and blue - present in a color. This is on a scale of 0 to 255 for each color. This is basically the color mix to make the color!

Hex Code

#A8857A

Undertones

Hushed Auburn is a red paint color with warm brown-red undertones, which give it that earthy, cozy feel.

In a south-facing room with lots of sunlight, Hushed Auburn tends to look warmer, a little brighter, and richer.

In a north-facing room where natural light is limited, Hushed Auburn can read deeper and a bit more muted.

I always say this, but swatching is a must. Light changes everything. What looks warm and inviting during the day might feel heavier at night. The easiest way to test it? Use peel-and-stick samples. You can move them around your space and see how the color shifts before making a decision.

Best uses

I love using deep colors such as Hushed Auburn for:

• Bedroom
• Small powder room (consider painting the ceiling, too!)
• A focal point such as a fireplace
• Built-ins
• Accent wall
• Front door
• Furniture

Similar Colors

If you love Hushed Auburn but want to explore other options, check out these similar colors:

• Sherwin Williams Velvety Chestnut
• Benjamin Moore Mudslide
• Behr Pink Granite
• Sherwin Williams Cocoa Berry
• Benjamin Moore Almond Beige
• Behr Regency Rose
• Sherwin Williams Rosaline Pearl

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Coordinating Colors

Hushed Auburn pairs well with many other colors, including warm neutrals such as soft whites, beiges, tans, greiges, grays, browns, and blacks.

It also pairs well with earthy tones (blues and greens) and other warm colors (golds, oranges and pinks).

Warm greiges / grays:

• Versatile Gray
• Anew Gray
• Amazing Gray
• Requisite Gray
• Analytical Gray

Muted, gentle blues:

• Niebla Azul
• Stardew
• Languid Blue
• Rain
• Interesting Aqua

Golden oranges / yellows:

• Anjou Pear
• Torchlight
• Golden Fleece
• Polvo de Oro
• Classical Gold

Trim Colors

As a warm paint color, Hushed Auburn pairs well with soft white paint colors for trim:

Soft white trim colors:

• Sherwin Williams Alabaster
• Benjamin Moore White Dove
• Behr Cameo White

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FAQS

Here are some common frequently asked questions about Hushed Auburn.

What are the undertones of Hushed Auburn?

Hushed Auburn is a red paint color with warm brown-red undertones, which gives it an earthy, cozy feel.

What colors go with Hushed Auburn Sherwin Williams?

Hushed Auburn pairs beautifully with many other colors, including warm neutrals such as soft whites, beiges, tans, greiges, grays, browns, and blacks.

Hushed Auburn also pairs well with earthy tones (blues and greens) and other warm colors (golds, oranges and pinks).

To start, try pairing it with Versatile Gray (a warm greige), Niebla Azul (a slate blue), or Anjou Pear (a golden orange).

Is SW Hushed Auburn warm or cool?

SW Hushed Auburn is a warm paint color. It's a brownish red, ideal for adding some soft color to a room.

What's the difference: SW Hushed Auburn vs Velvety Chestnut?

Hushed Auburn is slightly darker, more red, and more saturated, whereas Velvety Chestnut is slightly lighter, more brown / neutral, and softer.

If you’re torn between the two, try swatching them side by side to see which one feels right in your space.

What color trim with SW Hushed Auburn?

As a warm paint color, SW Hushed Auburn looks great with soft whites for trim.

Try SW Alabaster, BM White Dove, or Behr Cameo White. These all add a clean contrast without feeling too bright.

Where should I use SW Hushed Auburn?

A darker mid-toned, gorgeous color like SW Hushed Auburn has so many possible uses!

Hushed Auburn would look great in a bedroom, a small powder room, on a fireplace or built-ins, for an accent wall, on a front door, or for a piece of furniture.